This Is What A ‘$150,000’ Drone Footage Looks Like

It can carry a 12 kg camera with great stability and control, making it the best drone for film-making

This is no ordinary drone, its payload is the Phantom 4K Flex, one of the best high-speed video camera around. The digital camera can take upto 1000 frames per second at 4K resolution and can cost upwards of $75,000. It’s no light weight, and can go up from 12 kg just with camera and lenses. Other gear add on to the weight.

To fly them around, the drone needs to be able to lift the weight, be stable and extremely maneuverable. So Brain Farm Cinema, the production company who was looking to build this combo needed to find one such drone which is the Aerigon drone from Intuitive Aerial founded in Sweden.  

The base model of the drone costs about $50,000 and is designed for professional cinema shooting. The drone weighing 11 kg and is made of carbon fiber structure. The drone can be packaged into a small container as it has detachable arms. The electronics and cabling are well shielded to make the entire system robust and able to handle rough weather. There are 12 brushless motors used to give maximum lift of upto 15 kg in standard configuration. The maximum flight range is upto 900 meters. And there is adequate power from 3 batteries giving 16000 mAh, causing heartburn in smart phone users. Even at this power, the battery can last for only about 15 minutes of flight and takes about an hour to recharge. So additional battery packs are a necessity for sustained shooting.

The important thing now is to control the drone and also the camera at the same time. This takes a bit more of expertise and there are different options available for this. To mount the camera and control its orientation, there is the IAG3 Gimbal which has advanced stabilization and 360 motion controls. The price for this unit is about $18,000. The drone can be combined with a sophisticated controller, the Dominion which has joystick for drone and camera control. The camera focus and other details are controllable through programmable switches on the controller body which is machined Aluminium body, ergonomic and water repellant.

All together this is an amazing package though the base price for assembling such a unit would be upwards of $150,000.

The Aerigon Drone can carry a payload upwards of 12 kilograms and still provide high levels of stability and control to the user.


The Phantom 4K Flex is a high speed video camera that captures images at 1000 frames per second at 4K resolutions. Making this drone a dream for film-makers and photographers.



Altogether it costs a little over $150,000, making it the most expensive drone in the world. It may not be for hobbyists or amateurs, but for professional filmmakers this is a handy tool!

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Wow, they actually mention like $ 250.000 at 0:25.
That is a different ballgame

Shorter flying time and flying distance than a spark, does it have gesture control bet it doesn’t. Lol.

Nice find what a magnificent specimen, I love machines and that’s some machine.

So, RHP, did you preorder?

Yeah, I'm pretty sure Santa is not even gonna be able to come through for me on that one...
I'm also impressed that that thing didn't seem to get any mud on it, which I doubt...and if so, that must have been good for it and a royal pain to clean too.

Nice vid and pics RHP

Montfrooij Posted at 2017-10-26 11:17
Wow, they actually mention like $ 250.000 at 0:25.
That is a different ballgame

Whoops, one pic didn't load correctly... Fixed that. ;-)





Yes, they are pricey, for the professional videographer and movie makers.

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hallmark007 Posted at 2017-10-26 11:29
Shorter flying time and flying distance than a spark, does it have gesture control bet it doesn’t. Lol.

Nice find what a magnificent specimen, I love machines and that’s some machine.

You only need to capture the money shots planned, not fly around aimlessly.
But, I get your thoughts, about flight time and distance traveled.

I bet you would prefer to keep this one closer to home. Short VLOS. HAHA
Not going for distance, but quality of video.


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ALABAMA Posted at 2017-10-26 11:31
So, RHP, did you preorder?

Yes, but let's be financially responsible.

Buy two, and always have an available back up... Ha


You can fly my spare, if the envy gets to be too much. Chuckles


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Genghis9 Posted at 2017-10-26 11:39
Yeah, I'm pretty sure Santa is not even gonna be able to come through for me on that one...
I'm also impressed that that thing didn't seem to get any mud on it, which I doubt...and if so, that must have been good for it and a royal pain to clean too.

Santa? Ol' St.Nick... Haha or HOHOHO. ;-)
You need to ask the wife, real nice.

Dear Mrs.Santa Claus, may I please have an Aerigon for being a good boy. Ha

All the downward prop wash, probably keeps it pristine...

You know you want one...


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Im from Sweden, maybe i can get a discount?

RobbinB Posted at 2017-10-26 11:59
Im from Sweden, maybe i can get a discount?

Work on that, will you?  Looking forward to your reports and awesome video... ;-)

Mortgage the house and motor home first.... Ha



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I wonder if they want to give me one to review.

AlanHd Posted at 2017-10-26 12:33
I wonder if they want to give me one to review.

Yes, of course. Sure they will. ;-)
https://www.intuitiveaerial.com/aerigon/

They may even hire you as a demonstration pilot. Ha


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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-26 11:41
Whoops, one pic didn't load correctly... Fixed that. ;-)

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Aloha RedHot,

     Wow!

Aloha and Drone On!

Double WOW...

Cetacean Posted at 2017-10-26 14:31
Aloha RedHot,

     Wow!

Do you want to add a second larger wing to your wonderful aerodrome and more aircraft to you fleet?

If you sell all of your DJI equipment, and the guest house...  Haha

Ken, how do you like that big bad drone? Enough horsepower for you? Wicked grin..
Power
3xLithium-Ion Polymer 22.2 V (nominal) 10000 mAh rechargeable batteries or 3x 16000 mAH 22.2 V
Operational ceiling
18.000ft / 5.500m*

* Performance charts available. I would hope so, with this class of equipment.


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sSunSets Posted at 2017-10-26 15:23
Double WOW...

Yes, Gawd is That awesome... ;-)


Love the camera and optional overhead gimbal too.


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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-26 11:41
Whoops, one pic didn't load correctly... Fixed that. ;-)

https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/full/s3/media/2015/04/fstoppers_davidgeffin_brainfarm_4kdrone_4.jpg[/img]

About 1000% out of my league, but very interesting to watch

Montfrooij Posted at 2017-10-26 22:58
About 1000% out of my league, but very interesting to watch

I love it when people come on here and say "Ok, that's it. Buying a different drone." Haha

Yes, there are other multi rotor manufacturers out there, that take a great video... ;-)


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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-26 23:50
I love it when people come on here and say "Ok, that's it. Buying a different drone." Haha

Yes, there are other multi rotor manufacturers out there, that take a great video... ;-)

For sure. This one will not be on my shortlist

Montfrooij Posted at 2017-10-26 23:57
For sure. This one will not be on my shortlist

Wouldn't your RC hobby friends be jealous, when you arrived at the heli field with this in tow?  Hahaha


It would be cool, just to see the look on their faces... ;-)

Buy lottery tickets, who knows, maybe someday?? Wicked grin

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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-27 00:04
Wouldn't your RC hobby friends be jealous, when you arrived at the heli field with this in tow?  Hahaha

Yes that will happen.
Shortly after that I will be asked where my licence is to fly this beast.

Lottery is an option, but I'd rather earn my own money and be proud of my work. Makes me appreciate my toys more.

Montfrooij Posted at 2017-10-27 00:18
Yes that will happen.
Shortly after that I will be asked where my licence is to fly this beast.

The greater majority of lotto funds are spent on charitable foundations. No shame there.

But oh Yes, earning our fair keep, always leaves a most pleasant aftertaste. Ha
Cash even smells great...

Good for you, that your work ethic is intact... Bravo



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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-27 00:25
The greater majority of lotto funds are spent on charitable foundations. No shame there.

But oh Yes, earning our fair keep, always leaves a most pleasant aftertaste. Ha

Hahahahaha. Work work work.

Montfrooij Posted at 2017-10-27 00:32
Hahahahaha. Work work work.

My favorite day of the week/month, was pay day...

But Yeah, nothing like the loud obnoxious alarm clock giving us our morning thrill call.

I miss that, so much. Ha


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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-27 00:51
My favorite day of the week/month, was pay day...

But Yeah, nothing like the loud obnoxious alarm clock giving us our morning thrill call.

Why do you miss it?
Not working at this moment?

RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-27 00:51
My favorite day of the week/month, was pay day...

But Yeah, nothing like the loud obnoxious alarm clock giving us our morning thrill call.

yea,sometimes i miss the old alarm clock.had more money then.

Montfrooij Posted at 2017-10-27 01:06
Why do you miss it?
Not working at this moment?

No, yes.
I am semi retired, with arthritis in three spots within my neck. C5-C6, C4-C5, C3-C4. C5 has a lovely bone spur...

I can feel the Love. Haha


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repairman Posted at 2017-10-27 01:07
yea,sometimes i miss the old alarm clock.had more money then.

Yes, amen.

More money, and many more advantages...
I even turned my phone ringers off. Ha


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That's nuts flying so close to the spray. They should do snow boarders next.

DNR 1 Posted at 2017-10-28 01:07
That's nuts flying so close to the spray. They should do snow boarders next.

Yes, but it could also be an optical illusion. The drone is higher up, than the mud being slung around.


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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-27 11:33
No, yes.
I am semi retired, with arthritis in three spots within my neck. C5-C6, C4-C5, C3-C4. C5 has a lovely bone spur...

Ha, in that way!

it's a matter of time that some companies build better drones than dji......and time is running.

Cinefilms Posted at 2017-10-28 13:41
it's a matter of time that some companies build better drones than dji......and time is running.

What time is it?;-)

Many companies already build better drones than DJI hobby class drones, but they cost much more money.
Even a Spreading Wings or Inspire 2 with all the best options, pale in comparison.

But instead of spending several thousands, your bottom line may equal several tens of thousands.
If that unlimited budget fits your ultimate buying ability, then go for it. But we tend to believe 98% of us here on the forum, couldn't even dream about that kind of spending spree. It's out of most of our leagues. Ha
I would need to win a lottery, just to buy a vehicle appropriate to transport a behemoth drone, even those that fold up...


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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-26 11:52
Yes, but let's be financially responsible.

Buy two, and always have an available back up... Ha

Yikes!!  I wonder if it can be insured in case of bird strike?  That could be a bummer.

Kneepuck Posted at 2017-10-28 21:16
Yikes!!  I wonder if it can be insured in case of bird strike?  That could be a bummer.

What sort of vultures venture out in metropolis? Ha


Unless you are filming teradactyls in the Badlands of Alberta. ;-)


Besides, that drone could hold its own, even with a large Canada Goose.
Dual motors on each of the multiple arms.

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RedHotPoker Posted at 2017-10-28 21:31
What sort of vultures venture out in metropolis? Ha

Make sure you get 2 of them, one for me and one for you

great stuff I down my spark will carry this though...

Did you order one Buddy?

ManaRam Posted at 2017-10-29 09:35
Make sure you get 2 of them, one for me and one for you

Well yes, with two, you get eggroll. Haha



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